October 08, 2012

Yankees Blow Up Jim Johnson, Win Game 1 Over O's: The New York Yankees scored five runs in the ninth to break open a 2-2 game over the Baltimore Orioles, taking a 1-0 lead in their American League Division Series. Orioles closer Jim Johnson hadn't given up a run since Sept. 8, but four scored on a Russell Martin home run and run-scoring hits from Ichiro Suzuki and Robinson Cano.

Orioles returned to form last night with their typical one run win. These teams have played 20 games now this season and are dead even. I'll be surprised if this doesn't go 5 games. Orioles have won every regular season series they played in NY, so I don't think home field is that big an advantage for Yankees. Should be a fun, nerve wracking, series to watch!